Avec Construction Inc

Avec construction is fantastic. Kati provided excellent service and design help and her crew is composed of true craftsmen. Her mason exceeded expectations. They kept us informed as the work progressed and they were a pleasure to work with. It was the least stressful construction project I have ever had done, especially for being a major project. I would hire them again and am planning on it.

Generally went well. It took a long time to get the permits, but I don't think that was the contractor's fault. Once we finally got started, the work was completed quickly. There was one problem in that it didn't pass inspection at first, and they needed to add more supports (the additional supports really do look like an afterthought, but they're not too noticeable) - I do think they should have understood the requirement when they laid out the deck. Also, they don't do the sealing, so I had to find someone else to do that (but I did, and that was fine). They did have someone to repair and finish the stone patio under the deck, and he did a fantastic job! The county wouldn't let me replace the steps, so I had the patio expanded to cover that area, and it blended perfectly with the older part of the patio. So overall, I am very happy with the results, and would use them again.

Kati, her husband, and their crew did an outstanding job. They removed a worn, wooden deck and walkway and installed a Trex deck, aluminum railing with low-profile steel cables, and acrylic lattice. Kati was meticulous from the beginning: drawing out the plan, deciding on materials, arranging inspections, and adhering to the timetable. The deck railing was delayed because of COVID but everything else went like clockwork and the job was completed by early Spring. The crew kept a very clean job site and took the time to answer our questions. We are happy to recommend Avec and would hire them again.

It was great; the crew was fantastic and took care of everything. We are really happy with our deck and would hire them again.

Simply stated, we love our new porch. The construction is high quality and the design is simple yet solid. Kati and her team were very thorough in their communications and explanations of our options, they were prompt and fast with the build, and were flexible with their schedule. The AVEC team are pros and we felt very comfortable and informed throughout the process. Highly recommend. You won’t be disappointed.

We are very happy about our new deck! Avec worked efficiently--demolishing, constructing & adding lighting to our new deck all in less than 7 days. Their team worked together, was respectful of our outdoor space and hauled away all old or unused materials quickly. Their lumber deliveries & trucks also provided fun entertainment for our two year old. We love the quality of the Treks and look forward to years of enjoyment with minimal maintenance. Based on other estimates we received this summer, Avec's price for such a nice product was the best. We also appreciated Kati's expertise in guiding us to a color that would compliment our brick instead of a color choice that would make it look all the same. We appreciated her explaining that the more durable of the choices might be better for us given her knowledge of how easily the other choice will scratch--a potential with little kids and their many toys. :) All consults, check-ins and payment were conducted safely by masked/social distanced interactions and with kindness! Kati and her husband were always available--be it an on site check in, via email or phone. They were very responsive to our questions both before and during the construction and checked in with us as we awaited the initial county permit and final inspections. We had a very positive interaction with Avec and know you will too.

We are very happy with the final product - our deck looks great. All requests for final touchups and minor tweaks were promptly addressed. Kati, the owner, was very responsive and communicative throughout the entire project - from design to completion. We will reach out to Avec Construction for any future yard projects.

Considering the pandemic was happening we couldn’t be happier with our new patio. Kati was great on communication and her crew were professional and courteous. The work makes our patio the best one in the development!

From the very start I felt confident that this project would be a success. Kati Tolen, the owner took the time to answer my questions, addressed my uncertainties regarding composite decking vs PT lumber, and provided stylistic guidance based on her previous clients. Her work crew, whom she thinks of as family have stayed with her for over 8 years. They were punctual, laid down plywood to protect our grass, and spotlessly cleaned up everything upon project completion which was within days. Kati or her husband appeared on site daily. Payment was seamless with a square reader. Highly recommend this small family-owned company!

One of the best experiences ever. Everything from beginning to end was done as stated, work was efficient and timely, crew was exceptional. Kati was wonderful to work with and her team were the best. We had the a whole new deck, patio, fence, planter boxes done and guests have commented on how great it looks. I would absolutely recommend her without hesitation.

What I had envisioned was no longer code, Katie explained what had to be done, she was a great coach. They were on time every day, cleaned up perfectly. I interviewed 3 deck contractors and certainly picked the right one. It couldn't have gone better!

The owners kept it touch almost daily through the period the work was being done. They use their own employees & don’t contract the work out. Our deck looks great. The work was done efficiently & within the expected time frame.

The deck project was superbly done. Katy, the owner, spent time with us several times, explaining our options and helping us design a deck that fit our space and needs so by the time we received an estimate, it made sense. There were county requirements that dragged out the approval process but she stayed on top of that for us. We were away for the bulk of the installation and Katy sent us photos and kept us up to date. We can't recommend Avec Construction too highly.

Very well. Kati worked with us from start to finish. She really listened to our vision and put together several designs. We had several projects going on at the same time (kitchen remodel and drainage) and her workers did a great job juggling the limited space and occasional power outages. In the end, they finished the deck in the time allotted and with high quality and precision. We've already received several compliments from neighbors and the inspector had especially high praise for the workmanship and design. We had to wait several months before they had time to start the project (only negative). It is certainly worth the wait for the beautiful deck we got in the end.

Kati, the owner, was great to deal with from first contact until the project was completed. The workmen were outstanding, staying on the job even in the terrible heat. (Kati told them they could leave if it was too much.) the quality of their work is impressive. The disruption to our yard was minimal. We are very pleased with AVEC Construction!

From the very beginning our experience was great. Kati Tolonen responded quickly to our request for a quotation, spending an hour and a half discussing our project. She was very professional and had Trex samples which she left with us. She responded within a week with a very complete proposal and estimated cost. After reviewing two other proposals, we decided to give the job to Kati at Avec Construction. The job was scheduled and the construction crew showed up on the planned day. All of the materials had been delivered to the site the week before, so the crew got to work promptly. The old deck was demolished and removed from the site, and the new structure was partially installed within the next 3 days. They then withdrew from the job site for a few days until other contractors could complete their portion of the overall project. Returning to the job, they completed it within the next 5 days. They were very professional and the installation was done in a high quality manner. I would not hesitate to recommend Avec Construction to provide great service and a quality product.

We highly recommend Avec Construction for any of your outdoor needs. We installed both a large deck and patio. What we liked the most was the daily updates on progress and staying informed each step of the way. The design was beautiful and ours really stands out from the usual squares and rectangles you see in most places. It fits well with our needs and the space available. All members of the team were timely, respectful, friendly, and very easy to work with. An impressive product from an impressive company! Final pricing was exactly on point and there were no surprises. Kati is exceptionally detail oriented which makes the product and process really stand out above all the other companies we interviewed. We could not be more pleased.

I contracted with Avec Construction to design and install a deck & patio. I was extremely pleased with the planning, workmanship and results of the build. Every individual representing Avec was professional, hard working and very detail oriented. The owners of Avec were visible and visited the project often to ensure the quality of work. The men working on installing the patio worked long hours and in some very hot weather, but were friendly and took pride in the work being completed. From the initial planning to completion I was very pleased with the experience and end results of the work. I will be using Avec again for future projects.

Excellent. Kati met with us and helped us custom design our new deck and screened in porch. She was an excellent mediator between my husband and myself, helping us come to a consensus in every decision. She made us feel like we had a say in every step of the design. She was extremely patient and brought samples of everything so we could be confident in our choices. Although the price was similar to other estimates, the quality, the customization and Kati's commitment far exceeded the other companies. We had at least five companies come out over a 12 month period and Kati was the first one who earned our confidence. She had her work cut out for her, dealing with all the requirements of the Reston Association as well as dealing with the Fairfax Country building permits. In the end, she had to do two complete sets of drawings when we realized we had not one but two easements in our backyard, requiring us to completely redo the original design. She never showed any frustration and didn't charge us for either of the design drawings. The crew was excellent. They did their best to keep the area clean and I was amazed that in the end, the lawn was not that affected by all the construction. Kati was always checking in and finding creative ways to deal with any problems that might arise. They worked on our project exclusively from beginning to end. It was completed in about a month. It would have been faster if they didn't have to wait for county inspectors and also deal with wet March weather. One of the biggest challenges was figuring out where and how to hang my oversized swing. We wanted to maximize the space on the porch and we needed a secure way to attach it. In the end the whole design of the deck and porch and the placement of the swing well exceeded all of our expectations. Everyone who has seen it, loves the result. We love entertaining there and I especially enjoy my quiet swing time in the morning. Because of the unrelenting mosquitoes in our neighborhood, we are the only people around who are actually enjoying the birds, flowers and outdoors. I can't think of anything I would have done differently, other than choose a larger ceiling fan. Even my dog fell in love with Kati and insisted on saying hello every time she came by.

We loved our old deck (interesting, elevated design, redwood angled decking, curved features, privacy screen, and spiral staircase) but after 29 years and hundreds of carpenter bees, it was time for replacement. We met with several contractors from Angie’s List and selected Avec Construction based on our meetings with Kati (owner), their experience with Trex products (our choice for the new deck), positive online reviews, and the personal recommendation of friends/neighbors. Avec worked with us to preserve the original deck design but had to replace the curved features with angles, as our curves were tighter than Trex could bend without distortion. They also recommended options to replace our old board-on-board privacy panes with laser-cut PVC panels which totally transformed the look of that side of the deck. Kati was very accessible by telephone, text, or email, and stopped by almost every day workers were onsite. She and her crew were very responsive to our questions and comments throughout the project. The few construction issues that did arise were resolved quickly and completely. The project took a bit longer to complete than originally proposed for a number of reasons: rainy weather, permitting issues, backorder of specialty materials, and work hiatus during vacations all added about a month to the timeline. Overall, we are extremely happy with our new deck and Avec’s performance in delivering it.

We are very happy with the quality of the work. I was very pleased with how quickly Kati responded to all communications. The crews showed up as scheduled and completed the work as promised. Disruption was minimal and they cleaned up as they went along. I would definitely recommend Avec for these types of projects.

Wonderful work! Katie and her crew are very professional, accommodating and take much pride in their work. Katie was there all the way to help with designing, supplies and material selection and pricing. if you are looking for beautiful masonry work at a reasonable cost I highly recommend this company.

It was an excellent experience! Kati is very knowledgeable in constructions of patios and porches. She had good recommendations for the type of stones and pavers that would be best for our uses. We have been so happy and have had several parties on our patio. And whenever I've had a question or concern, she or her husband would address it immediately. When you hire Avec Construction, you get quality service and products and follow-up! I've recommended this company to many friends and several neighbors. I would hire them again! Alexis Lowe

This was the best experience we have had with any contractor in 19 years in Reston. Should we ever require other deck work we will go directly to Avec.

Extremely well. From start to finish, Kati, the owner, was enormously patient with us. We spent many months deciding on the material and color, and deck railing system. She was wonderful to work with, and the team that built the decks was equally impressive. The workmanship and attention to detail was excellent, and we were kept informed at every step. We had another issue, a porch overhang that needed work, and again we were extremely happy with the job. We love our decks (and porch) and couldn't have been more pleased!